Hamzah Sheeraz stops Alem Begic to win WBO super-middleweight title
Briton Hamzah Sheeraz has claimed his first world title by stopping Germany’s Alem Begic in the second round to win the vacant WBO super-middleweight crown in Egypt.
The 26-year-old Londoner dominated the brief contest from the opening bell against his overmatched opponent.
Sharp straight jabs and punishing uppercuts quickly broke down the veteran fighter’s defences.
Begic ultimately had no answer to the British fighter’s superior accuracy and relentless pressure.
Devastating body shot secures victory
The decisive moment arrived when a brutal left hook to the body sent the 39-year-old crashing to the canvas.
Unable to recover from the crippling blow, the beaten man failed to beat the referee’s count.
The official promptly waved off the contest to confirm a spectacular stoppage victory.
A landmark moment for the new champion
Securing the WBO belt marks a significant career milestone for the highly rated super-middleweight.
This impressive performance in North Africa firmly establishes the newly crowned champion as a major force within the 168lb division.